European Union Commission President Ursula von der Leyen praised a recent virtual meeting involving former U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, and European leaders, describing it as a "very good call." The meeting focused on strengthening the united support of Europe, the United States, and NATO for Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict. Trump also expressed positive sentiments toward European leaders, calling them "great people" ahead of the critical discussions on Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia dismissed the consultations between European leaders and Trump prior to a Trump-Putin summit as "insignificant." The coordinated efforts underscore the continued alliance and assistance for Ukraine from Western powers despite differing views from Moscow.